US PATENT SUBCLASS 376 / 280
.~ Core catchers


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376 /   HD   INDUCED NUCLEAR REACTIONS: PROCESSES, SYSTEMS, AND ELEMENTS

277  DF  REACTOR PROTECTION OR DAMAGE PREVENTION {14}
280.~ Core catchers


DEFINITION

Classification: 376/280

Core catchers:

(under subclass 277) Subject matter wherein component failure within the fissile and/or fertile region of a reactor is mitigated through the use of a barrier that slows or stops the egress of said components(s) from the region.

(1) Note. The barrier will also serve to prevent the egress of any other component transported with the failed component.